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Free beginning-letter phonics game

Explore the connection between a familiar word and its beginning letter. Look at the picture and word, listen if you wish, then choose the letter that starts it.

Look, say and choose

8 questions · No timer

First-letter explorer

Look at each word and choose its first letter. Try as often as you like. There is no rush.

One first-try point per question. Mistakes are a chance to practise.

How to play

  1. 1Look at the picture and read the example word with a grown-up if needed.
  2. 2Use Listen to hear the whole word, or work from the visible word.
  3. 3Choose its beginning letter and use the feedback before moving on.

For parents and teachers

Say the example word naturally and draw attention to its first sound. The audio reads whole words using your device's speech voice. It does not model isolated phonemes or replace a teacher's phonics lesson.

The round score stays in this page while you play. You do not need to create a child profile, and the game does not record your voice.

Questions about this game

Does the game teach every English spelling pattern?
No. It is a small beginning-letter activity using familiar words. It does not cover every sound, digraph or alternative spelling.
Can I play without audio?
Yes. The picture and word stay visible, so a grown-up can read the word aloud or help you use the clue.

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